Shadowing Practice: There's a chair here. (Conversation) - Learn English Speaking with Video
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Hi.
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Come in, Ed.
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We're in the kitchen.
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Hi, Ed.
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Sit down.
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There's a chair here.
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Thanks.
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Where's Kate?
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She's in our project group.
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This isn't about our project.
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It's about the climate change protest.
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And it's a secret from the teachers.
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Kate's the head teacher's daughter.
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But that's not fair.
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Kate's really nice.
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Ed's right.
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Whatever.
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Is there a calendar, Tom?
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Yes, there is.
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It's on the fridge behind you, next to the cupboard.
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Thanks.
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Right, there's a protest about climate change on the 19th of June.
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So, what's the plan?
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A morning protest in the town centre.
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Oh, but that's a Friday.
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There's art class on Friday morning.
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Ed, this protest's really important.
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Right, let's make a list.
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Are there any pencils?
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No, there aren't.
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Sorry.
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What about pens?
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Are there any pens?
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Yes, there are.
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There are some pens on the bookcase in the living room.
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Ed, you're good at art.
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Design some posters, OK?
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Kate's really good at art too.
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Good point.
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What's wrong with you two?
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It's a secret!
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This is awkward, right?
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Kate's in our study group.
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She's also a new student.
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And she's our new friend.
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But she isn't in our protest group.
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And that isn't very nice.
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Of course climate change is important.
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But friends are important too.
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And yes, Kate is the headteacher's daughter
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but she isn't with her mum 24 -7
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I'm not with my mum 24 -7 phew I'm with my rock band I'm on guitar
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Molly and Jem are obsessed with this protest and Ed well between you and me Ed's a bit obsessed with Kate
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Vocabulary and speaking notes for this lesson
This speaking lesson is built on the video “There's a chair here”. The speaker keeps coming back to these words: protest, pens, Kate, climate. This video has 53 sentences and 264 words to shadow. The speech runs for 2:43. The speaker talks slowly, about 97 words per minute, so there is time to copy every sound. Only 81% of the words are among the 3,000 most common in English, so the vocabulary is demanding. 9 of its 53 sentences are questions, so it is good practice for question intonation and short answers.
Key vocabulary in this video
13 words from the video worth learning, with pronunciation and meaning:
| Word | Pronunciation | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| protest noun | /ˈpɹoʊ.tɛst/ | A formal objection, especially one by a group. |
| pen noun | /pɪn/ | A tool, originally made from a feather but now usually a small tubular instrument, containing ink used to write or make marks. |
| guitar noun | /ɡɪˈtɑɹ/ | A stringed musical instrument, of European origin, usually with a fretted fingerboard and six strings, played with the fingers or a plectrum (guitar pick). |
| calendar noun | /ˈkæl.ən.də/ | Any system by which time is divided into days, weeks, months, and years. |
| awkward adjective | /ˈɔk.wɚd/ | Lacking dexterity in the use of the hands, or of instruments. |
| poster noun | /ˈpoʊstɚ/ | A picture of a celebrity, an event etc., intended to be attached to a wall. |
| pencil noun | /ˈpɛnsəl/ | A writing utensil with a graphite (commonly referred to as lead) shaft, usually blended with clay, clad in wood, and sharpened to a taper. |
| bind verb | /ˈbaɪ̯nd/ | To tie; to confine by any ligature. |
| mali noun | /ˈmɑli/ | A member of a caste in South Asia whose traditional occupation is gardening; hence, any South Asian gardener. |
| obsess verb | /əbˈsɛs/ | To be preoccupied with a single topic or emotion. |
| bookcase noun | /ˈbʊkˌkeɪs/ | A piece of furniture for the storage and display of books. |
| cupboard noun | /ˈkʌb.əd/ | A cabinet, closet, or other piece of furniture with shelves intended for storing cookware, dishware, or food; similar cabinets or closets used for storing… |
| phew | /fjuː/ | Used to express relief of tension, fatigue, or surprise. |
Phrasal verbs you will hear
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| sit down verb | To assume a sitting position from a standing position. |
Sentences worth repeating
Short, complete lines from the video that you can reuse in everyday conversation:
- She's in our project group.
- This isn't about our project.
- Right, let's make a list.
- Ed, you're good at art.
- What's wrong with you two?
Pronunciation to watch
The speaker uses 10 contractions and reduced forms, such as isn't, I'm, aren't. Say them the short way, as you hear them.
How to practise with this video
- Listen to the whole video once without speaking and note the words you do not know.
- Shadow it sentence by sentence at normal speed, repeating each one until your rhythm matches the speaker.
- Record yourself and compare with the original, paying attention to words like protest, pen, guitar.
What is the Shadowing Technique?
Shadowing is a science-backed language learning technique originally developed for professional interpreter training and popularized by polyglot Dr. Alexander Arguelles. The method is simple but powerful: you listen to native English audio and immediately repeat it out loud — like a shadow following the speaker with just a 1–2 second delay. Unlike passive listening or grammar drills, shadowing forces your brain and mouth muscles to simultaneously process and reproduce real speech patterns. Research shows it significantly improves pronunciation accuracy, intonation, rhythm, connected speech, listening comprehension, and speaking fluency — making it one of the most effective methods for IELTS Speaking preparation and real-world English communication.